The majority of Russians (79%) are positive about the development of new technologies in the country in 2023, a study by the NAFI Analytical Center, conducted at the request of RB.RU, showed. At the same time, the top 5 areas where Russians least expect a technological breakthrough are headed by artificial intelligence.
The greatest public demand for innovation and development is found in the field of medicine (49%), the food industry (44%), the pharmaceutical industry (41%), clothing and footwear (40%) and electronics ( 39%).
Alexandra Semenova, head of research projects at the NAFI Analytical Center, believes that the high demand for medicines is a consequence of the impact of the pandemic, the increasing attention of Russians to the sphere of their health care.
“In other areas, it’s more important that people meet basic household needs. On the one hand, this is a reaction to the high-profile exit of foreign brands in these segments, which opens up new opportunities for domestic manufacturers. On the other hand, in turbulent conditions, people are more likely to think about things they come into contact with on a daily basis, which provide them with basic stability and comfort,” Semenova said.
Top 5 areas where Russians least expect a technological breakthrough:
- artificial intelligence (28%),
- aerospace industry (28%),
- trade automation and sales team (24%),
- office equipment (office equipment: multifunction devices, printers, scanners and others – 20%),
- means of individual mobility (electric scooters, gyroscooters, etc. — 18%).
Women (82% vs. 76% of men), respondents over the age of 45 (83%) and residents of the Ural and Siberian federal districts (88% each) more often view positively the prospects for technology development in Russia in 2023 (82% versus 76% of men).
One in ten (12%) have doubts about making technological advances in the next 12 months. Another 7% hold an extremely negative position and believe that the technology will definitely not be developed. Pessimistic forecasts are more characteristic of men (23% vs. 16% of women), Moscow residents (33%) and Russians aged 35-44 (25%).
The All-Russian survey was conducted by the NAFI Analytical Center in February 2023. It was attended by 1.6 thousand people over the age of 18. The statistical error of the data does not exceed 3.4%.
Author:
anastasia mariana
Source: RB
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